The cheapest and fastest trains from Gothenburg to Gävle
Cheapest price
$50
Average price
$58
Fastest journey
5 h 37 m
Average duration
6 h 1 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
442 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gothenburg to Gävle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gothenburg to Gävle will cost around $58 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $50.
Of the 5 trains that leave Gothenburg for Gävle on Sat, Dec 20, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Dec 20 the direct trains cover the 442 km distance in an average of 6 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 37 m .
On Sat, Dec 20 the slowest trains will take 6 h 23 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Gothenburg to Gävle
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gothenburg to Gävle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €30, and a flight costs an average of €140.
Distance: 274 miles (442 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|
€71 Average price Cheapest | €327 Average price |
6h 27m Average total duration Fastest 5h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 40m Average total duration 13h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Gothenburg to Gävle train times
The table below shows live departures for Gothenburg to Gävle trains for today, Friday, December 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
434 X 2000 · 598 SJ 3000 | 11:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h56 | 5:13 PM Gävle Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
434 X 2000 · 282 SJ | 11:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 6h39 | 5:56 PM Gävle Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
434 X 2000 · 280 SJ | 11:17 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h39 | 4:56 PM Gävle Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
2036 VR Snabbtåg+ 280 SJ | 11:32 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h24 | 4:56 PM Gävle Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
2036 VR Snabbtåg+ 598 SJ 3000 | 11:32 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h41 | 5:13 PM Gävle Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
2036 VR Snabbtåg+ 282 SJ | 11:32 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 6h24 | 5:56 PM Gävle Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
18 Västtrafik+ 436 X 2000 · 582 SJ 3000+ 241 X-Trafik | 11:53 AM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 6h22 | 6:15 PM Gävle Fyrbovägen | 4 transfers | |
436 X 2000 · 582 SJ 3000+ 241 X-Trafik · 4 X-Trafik | 12:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h48 | 6:05 PM Gävle | 3 transfers | |
436 X 2000 · 288 SJ | 12:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 8h39 | 8:56 PM Gävle Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
436 X 2000 · 282 SJ+ 1 X-Trafik | 12:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 6h02 | 6:19 PM Gävle | 2 transfers | |
436 X 2000 · 582 SJ 3000+ 241 X-Trafik · 4 X-Trafik | 12:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h58 | 6:15 PM Gävle Fyrbovägen | 3 transfers | |
436 X 2000 · 94 SJ | 12:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 6h36 | 6:53 PM Gävle Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
436 X 2000 · 582 SJ 3000 | 12:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h26 | 5:43 PM Gävle Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
436 X 2000 · 282 SJ | 12:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h39 | 5:56 PM Gävle Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
180 SJ+ 8176 Tåg i Bergslagen | 12:36 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 6h55 | 7:31 PM Gävle Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
180 SJ+ 8180 Tåg i Bergslagen | 12:36 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 9h55 | 10:31 PM Gävle Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
180 SJ+ 8178 Tåg i Bergslagen | 12:36 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 7h55 | 8:31 PM Gävle Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
18 Västtrafik+ 438 X 2000 · 584 SJ 3000+ 4 X-Trafik | 12:53 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 6h22 | 7:15 PM Gävle Fyrbovägen | 3 transfers | |
438 X 2000 · 584 SJ 3000+ 4 X-Trafik | 1:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h48 | 7:05 PM Gävle | 2 transfers | |
438 X 2000 · 584 SJ 3000 | 1:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h26 | 6:43 PM Gävle Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
438 X 2000 · 94 SJ | 1:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h36 | 6:53 PM Gävle Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
438 X 2000 · 286 SJ | 1:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 6h39 | 7:56 PM Gävle Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
438 X 2000 · 584 SJ 3000+ 4 X-Trafik | 1:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h58 | 7:15 PM Gävle Fyrbovägen | 2 transfers | |
438 X 2000 · 288 SJ | 1:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 7h39 | 8:56 PM Gävle Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
182 SJ+ 8178 Tåg i Bergslagen | 1:36 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 6h55 | 8:31 PM Gävle Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
182 SJ+ 8180 Tåg i Bergslagen | 1:36 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 8h55 | 10:31 PM Gävle Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
182 SJ · 288 SJ | 1:36 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 7h20 | 8:56 PM Gävle Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
440 X 2000+ 976 Mälartåg · 8468 Mälartåg | 2:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 8h05 | 10:22 PM Gävle Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
440 X 2000 · 288 SJ | 2:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 6h39 | 8:56 PM Gävle Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
440 X 2000 · 286 SJ | 2:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h39 | 7:56 PM Gävle Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
2042 VR Snabbtåg+ 286 SJ | 2:32 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h24 | 7:56 PM Gävle Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
2042 VR Snabbtåg+ 288 SJ | 2:32 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 6h24 | 8:56 PM Gävle Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
184 SJ+ 8180 Tåg i Bergslagen | 2:36 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 7h55 | 10:31 PM Gävle Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
18 Västtrafik+ 442 X 2000 · 288 SJ+ 1 X-Trafik | 2:53 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 6h52 | 9:45 PM Gävle Fyrbovägen | 4 transfers | |
442 X 2000 · 288 SJ | 3:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h39 | 8:56 PM Gävle Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
442 X 2000 · 288 SJ+ 49 X-Trafik · 4 X-Trafik | 3:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 6h28 | 9:45 PM Gävle Fyrbovägen | 3 transfers | |
442 X 2000 · 288 SJ+ 1 X-Trafik · 4 X-Trafik | 3:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 6h28 | 9:45 PM Gävle Fyrbovägen | 3 transfers | |
442 X 2000 · 288 SJ+ 2 X-Trafik | 3:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 6h01 | 9:18 PM Gävle | 2 transfers | |
442 X 2000 · 288 SJ | 3:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5h39 | 8:56 PM Gävle Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
442 X 2000+ 982 Mälartåg · 8472 Mälartåg | 3:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 8h05 | 11:22 PM Gävle Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
442 X 2000+ 976 Mälartåg · 8468 Mälartåg | 3:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 7h05 | 10:22 PM Gävle Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
186 SJ+ 994 Mälartåg · 8480 Mälartåg | 3:36 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 9h46 | 1:22 AM Gävle Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
186 SJ+ 8180 Tåg i Bergslagen | 3:36 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 6h55 | 10:31 PM Gävle Centralstation | 1 transfer | |
186 SJ+ 982 Mälartåg · 8472 Mälartåg | 3:36 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 7h46 | 11:22 PM Gävle Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
444 X 2000+ 976 Mälartåg · 8468 Mälartåg+ 2 X-Trafik | 4:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 6h31 | 10:48 PM Gävle | 3 transfers | |
444 X 2000+ 982 Mälartåg · 8472 Mälartåg | 4:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 7h05 | 11:22 PM Gävle Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
444 X 2000+ 976 Mälartåg · 8468 Mälartåg | 4:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 6h05 | 10:22 PM Gävle Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
444 X 2000+ 988 Mälartåg · 8476 Mälartåg | 4:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 8h05 | 12:22 AM Gävle Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
444 X 2000+ 976 Mälartåg · 8468 Mälartåg | 4:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 6h05 | 10:22 PM Gävle Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
2046 VR Snabbtåg+ 982 Mälartåg · 8472 Mälartåg | 4:32 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 6h50 | 11:22 PM Gävle Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
2046 VR Snabbtåg+ 988 Mälartåg · 8476 Mälartåg | 4:32 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 7h50 | 12:22 AM Gävle Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
188 SJ+ 994 Mälartåg · 8480 Mälartåg | 4:36 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 8h46 | 1:22 AM Gävle Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
25 Västtrafik+ 446 X 2000+ 982 Mälartåg · 8472 Mälartåg | 4:53 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 7h52 | 12:45 AM Gävle Fyrbovägen | 5 transfers | |
25 Västtrafik+ 446 X 2000+ 982 Mälartåg · 8472 Mälartåg | 4:53 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 7h52 | 12:45 AM Gävle Fyrbovägen | 5 transfers | |
446 X 2000+ 982 Mälartåg · 8472 Mälartåg | 5:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 6h05 | 11:22 PM Gävle Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
446 X 2000+ 982 Mälartåg · 8472 Mälartåg+ 1 X-Trafik | 5:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 6h32 | 11:49 PM Gävle | 3 transfers | |
446 X 2000+ 982 Mälartåg · 8472 Mälartåg+ 91 X-Trafik | 5:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 7h28 | 12:45 AM Gävle Fyrbovägen | 4 transfers | |
446 X 2000+ 988 Mälartåg · 8476 Mälartåg | 5:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 7h05 | 12:22 AM Gävle Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
446 X 2000+ 982 Mälartåg · 8472 Mälartåg+ 501 UL | 5:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 7h28 | 12:45 AM Gävle Fyrbovägen | 4 transfers | |
446 X 2000+ 982 Mälartåg · 8472 Mälartåg+ 91 X-Trafik | 5:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 6h31 | 11:48 PM Gävle | 4 transfers | |
446 X 2000+ 982 Mälartåg · 8472 Mälartåg | 5:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 6h05 | 11:22 PM Gävle Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
25 Västtrafik+ 448 X 2000+ 988 Mälartåg · 8476 Mälartåg | 5:53 PM Göteborg, Lilla Bommen | 7h52 | 1:45 AM Gävle Fyrbovägen | 4 transfers | |
448 X 2000+ 988 Mälartåg · 8476 Mälartåg | 6:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 6h05 | 12:22 AM Gävle Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
448 X 2000+ 988 Mälartåg · 8476 Mälartåg+ 4 X-Trafik | 6:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 7h28 | 1:45 AM Gävle Fyrbovägen | 3 transfers | |
448 X 2000+ 988 Mälartåg · 8476 Mälartåg+ 2 X-Trafik | 6:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 6h31 | 12:48 AM Gävle | 3 transfers | |
448 X 2000+ 988 Mälartåg · 8476 Mälartåg | 6:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 6h05 | 12:22 AM Gävle Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
60 Västtrafik+ 450 SJ 3000+ 994 Mälartåg · 8480 Mälartåg | 6:59 PM Göteborg, Brunnsparken | 10h46 | 5:45 AM Gävle Fyrbovägen | 4 transfers | |
450 SJ 3000+ 994 Mälartåg · 8480 Mälartåg | 7:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 6h05 | 1:22 AM Gävle Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
450 SJ 3000+ 994 Mälartåg · 8480 Mälartåg+ 12 X-Trafik | 7:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 6h36 | 1:53 AM Gävle | 3 transfers | |
450 SJ 3000+ 994 Mälartåg · 8480 Mälartåg+ 4 X-Trafik | 7:17 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 10h28 | 5:45 AM Gävle Fyrbovägen | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 5:19 AM Gothenburg | 5h37 | 10:56 AM Gävle | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:24 AM Gothenburg | 6h04 | 1:28 PM Gävle | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:24 AM Gothenburg | 6h32 | 2:56 PM Gävle | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from Gothenburg to Gävle
Trains from Gothenburg to Gävle run on average 36 times per day, taking around 5h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $37 (€30) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 274 miles (442 km) distance in 5h 24m.
Distance 274 miles (442 km) |
Average train duration 5h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 (€30) |
Trains per day 36 |
Fastest train 5h 24m |
First train 00:08 |
Last train 23:40 |
Train companies: SJ, VR, TagiBergslagen, Västtrafik, Tågab, Swedish Railways (SJ) from Gothenburg to Gävle trainsSJ, VR, TagiBergslagen, Västtrafik, Tågab, Swedish Railways (SJ) trains will get you between Gothenburg and Gävle from $37 (€30). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Gothenburg to Gävle
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gothenburg to Gävle by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Gävle, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Gothenburg to Gävle
- Mon - Fri: 10:15 - 18:30
- The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use.
- There are storage lockers at the station that are locked digitally and opened with a code.
- Burger King
- Espresso House
- Frankfurter Cabanossy & Grill
- Franks gatukök
- Fruit & Berry
- Happy M Kitchen
- Le Croissant
- Lilla London
- Metropolitan
- Mr. Shou
- & many more
- All entrances to the station are accessible. Barrier-free toilets and handicapped parking spaces are available for a fee. Personalized special assistance can be requested.
- Hotel Royal
- Hotel Pigalle
- ProfilHotels | Opera
- Mon - Fri: 10:15 - 18:30
- Opposite the taxi station.
- Tram lines: 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 9, 11, 13
- Bus lines: 60327, 61327, Flygbussarna
- Train lines: 029, FLX, MTRX, SJ Regionaltåg, SJ SJ3000, SJ X2000, Tågab, Västtågen, Öresundståg
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Centralplan.
- Restaurang Matildas
- Brända Bocken
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- SEK 10
- Clarion Hotel Winn
- Elite Grand Hotel Gävle
- Scandic CH
- Located in the main hall
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for trains to various destinations
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and long-distance services
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